Executive Sous Chef: Lead Menus, Teams & Guest Satisfaction

Jobf0; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Austin, a premier luxury hotel in downtown Austin, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and guide the culinary team. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will help shape budgets, menus, and guest experiences in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in senior kitchen roles, strong leadership and organizational skills, and a passion for wine, food safety, and cost control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years leadership in a luxury, high-volume hotel.
• Exceptional organization and people-management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of menu engineering and design.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily kitchen operations and directs culinary department.
• Assists with budgets and forecasts to support financial targets.
• Maintains inventory controls and ordering practices.
• Leads kitchen safety and health compliance initiatives.
• Develops menus with concept, trends, and cost considerations.
• Mentors culinary team and supports training.
• Leads in the Executive Chef's absence.
• Ensures guest satisfaction through quality and service.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Inventory control

Cost understanding

Communication

Education

Trade qualifications

Job description

Fairmont Austin, a premier luxury hotel in downtown Austin, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations and guide the culinary team. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will help shape budgets, menus, and guest experiences in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in senior kitchen roles, strong leadership and organizational skills, and a passion for wine, food safety, and cost control.